Rocker Switches endure mechanical life of 30,000 cycles.
Press Release Summary:
Series R5 illuminated, rectangular, panel-mount DPDT rocker switches are constructed from Nylon 66. Two-position switches are rated at 20 A @ 125 Vac and 15 A @ 250 Vac, with initial contact resistance of 0.2 ohms. Non-illuminated, 3-position switches are rated at 15 A @ 125 Vac and 10 A @ 250 Vac. Switches have silver-plated contact surfaces and terminals, and snap-mount in 30.6 x 22.3 mm rectangular hole on panels up to 3 mm thick.
Original Press Release:
E-Switch Introduces Rugged Illuminated Rocker Switches
BROOKLYN PARK, MN - E-Switch has introduced the R5 Series of
illuminated, rectangular panel-mount DPDT rocker switches for use in AC power control and similar applications for appliances, lamps, computers, and other consumer electronic devices. The ergonomically designed switches are made from rugged Nylon 66 and feature a mechanical life greater than 30,000 cycles.
The two-position DPDT, R5 illuminated rocker switches are rated at 20 amps @ 125 VAC and 15 amps @ 250 VAC, with an initial contact resistance of 0.2 ohms. The non-illuminated, three-position DPDT, R5 rocker switches are rated at 15 amps @ 125 VAC and 10 amps @ 250 VAC. Momentary two- and three-position non-illuminated rocker switches are also available. Contact surfaces are coin silver with silver plating for low resistance and durability. Terminals are silver plated brass for easy soldering and assembly.
The R5 rocker switches snap-mount in a 30.6 mm x 22.3 mm rectangular hole on panels up to 3 mm thick. The illumination can be neon or incandescent bulb in yellow, green or red. Non-illuminated actuators are available in black, white, red, gray and orange. The housing color is either black or white.
E-Switch manufactures standard, modified and customized switches
designed to fit specific applications for electronic OEMs. E-Switch products are supported by a worldwide network of distributors and representatives who provide design assistance, service and quick delivery.
For more information about the new R5 series of rectangular rocker switches, contact E-Switch, 7153 Northland Drive, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428. Telephone: 763-504-3525; Fax: 763-531-8235; Web site:www.e-switch.com
